# GET Mobile ID vs ID Scanner

The clearest difference is monetization model: GET Mobile ID at free with in-app purchases against ID Scanner's subscription. GET Mobile ID also leads on ratings volume (6.1K vs 1) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). ID Scanner's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GET Mobile ID sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per year and ID Scanner sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ID Scanner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GET Mobile ID has 6.1K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

GET Mobile ID ships an update every 2 months, ID Scanner monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GET Mobile ID | ID Scanner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (6.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/get-mobile-id/id1552562526/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id-scanner-scan-ids-pro/id6760563054/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **6.1K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 17.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 59 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [GLOBAL ENTERPRISE TECHNOLOGIES CORP.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1487364206) | [Baris Can Sertkaya](https://appshunter.io/developer/1713137184) |

## What reviewers say

### GET Mobile ID

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/get-mobile-id/id1552562526)

Securely store and manage your digital identity, like a mobile driver's license, directly on your phone. This app offers a private and convenient alternative to physical ID cards, with advanced encryption for enhanced control over your data.

**Highlights:** Digital mobile driver's license (mDL), Mobile ID (mID) storage, Privacy-protecting digital identity, Secure data encryption, Global alternative to physical ID

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1-Year  Subscription | $1.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Convenient digital ID
- 🚀 Easy to set up
- 👍 Ability to control data sharing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🔒 Lack of trust in digital ID
- 💰 Subscription fee required
- 📍 Limited acceptance outside of Utah

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on launch
- Facial recognition issues
- Subscription cancellation problems

**Requested features**

- Integration with Apple Wallet
- Wider acceptance across more businesses
- Improved facial recognition and setup process


### ID Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id-scanner-scan-ids-pro/id6760563054)

Quickly verify US driver's licenses and state IDs using your iPhone camera. Instantly check age, expiration status, and receive clear pass/fail feedback. All scanned data is stored locally on your device for privacy.

**Highlights:** Instant ID scanning via camera, Real-time age verification, Expiration status flagging, Local data storage for privacy, Scan history and notes, Usage statistics

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Pro | $59.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GET Mobile ID free?

GET Mobile ID is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ID Scanner free?

ID Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, GET Mobile ID or ID Scanner?

ID Scanner is rated higher. GET Mobile ID averages 4.7 out of 5 from 6.1K ratings, while ID Scanner averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do GET Mobile ID or ID Scanner have ads?

Neither GET Mobile ID nor ID Scanner shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GET Mobile ID or ID Scanner?

GET Mobile ID ships an update every 2 months, and ID Scanner monthly. Most recently, GET Mobile ID was updated on October 27, 2026 and ID Scanner on October 28, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*